Lækur Guesthouse in Reykjavik has garnered positive feedback from guests for its welcoming atmosphere and great location. It's appreciated for providing a comfortable and memorable stay for visitors exploring Iceland's capital. However, like any accommodations, it has its shares of critiques alongside the praise.
1/5
Safety index
97 out of 100
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Lækur Guesthouse
7.1
(328 ratings)
Reykjavik, Iceland -
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420 m Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool
910 m Laugavegur
2 km Harpa
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
- Welcoming Hosts: The staff and hosts receive consistent accolades for their friendly and helpful demeanour, ensuring a warm welcome for all guests.
- Prime Location: Situated conveniently in Reykjavik, guests love the easy access to local attractions and dining options.
- Clean and Comfortable Rooms: Reviewers frequently mention the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, contributing to a pleasant stay.
- Great Value: Many visitors find the guesthouse offers a great price-quality ratio, making it a budget-friendly option without sacrificing comfort.
- Authentic Atmosphere: Guests appreciate the authentic Icelandic charm of the guesthouse, providing a unique cultural experience.
Area for improvement
- Limited Parking: Some guests have noted difficulty with parking, citing limited spaces available near the guesthouse.
- Noise Levels: Due to its central location, noise from the streets or other guests can sometimes be an issue, affecting light sleepers.
- Small Room Sizes: A few reviewers have mentioned that the room sizes can be on the smaller side, which might not suit everyone's preferences.
- Limited Amenities: While the basics are covered, some guests wished for more in-room amenities or common area features.
- Check-in Process: There have been occasional comments about the check-in process being less smooth than expected, causing slight inconveniences.
Amenities
Kitchen
Extra beds/cribs
Free WiFi
Laundry
Restaurant
Bar
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
No onsite parking available
7.1RateScore
Total 328 Reviews
RateScore is average rating from most popular providers
Blended Web Rating
7.1
7.2
booking
269 Reviews
7.1 / 10
expedia
59 Reviews
7.2 / 10
Hotel Quality
The quality chart is based on how hotel ratings changed over time.
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General Info
Total number of rooms 6
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
3Download
277Upload
262Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Daytime safety
85 out of 100
Very Safe
Nighttime safety
72 out of 100
Safe
Reykjavik safety index
97
Overall Safety Index
Very Safe
An average rating of the six safety categories
97 out of 100
Women safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.
91
Physical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.
100
Property safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of theft.
93
Political safety
Very Safe
Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.
100
LGBTQ safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.
100
Medical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.
100
24
Overall Crime index
Low
An average rating of the crime categories
24 out of 100
Property crime severity
Low
31
Mugging or robbery 14/100
Car theft 16/100
Car break-ins 25/100
Home break-ins 24/100
Violent crime severity
Low
21
Physical attacks 16/100
Racism or religion motivated attacks 14/100
Other crime severity
Minimal
18
Insult or harassment in public 17/100
Corruption or bribery 39/100
Drug problem 39/100
Prices Around Property
Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.7 - $3.6
Coffee
$3.4 - $6.1
Beer 0.5L
$2.2 - $4
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$13.4 - $30.3
Public transport, one-way ticket
$3.7 - $4.2
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$2 - $3.3
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$77.3 - $188.3
Bottle of mid-range wine
$13.5 - $30.3
McMeal at McDonalds
$13.5 - $16.8
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$1.9 - $3.4
Public transport, monthly pass
$53.8 - $89.8
Gasoline (1 liter)
$2 - $2.2
Mobile phone monthly plan
$16.8 - $33.6
Fitness club, monthly fee
$44.8 - $94.2
Weather In Reykjavik
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Precipitation In Reykjavik
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Air Quality
Good
PM2.514
PM1016
13
Air quality is acceptable and pollution poses no health risk. Enjoy outdoor activities as normal.
Drinkable Water Quality
Poor
Water quality is very low. Consider alternative water drinking options.
Traffic around property
Light
Few vehicles on the road, relaxed and stress-free driving experience.
House Rules
Check in after 14:00
Check out until 11:00
Children welcome
No pets or service animals